Former Iron Maiden singer Paul Di’Anno died on Monday October 21 at the age of 66. The cause of death has not yet been communicated.
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Iconic figure of Heavy Metal, known for having sung on the first two albums ofIron Maiden, Paul Di’Anno went out. “On behalf of his family, Conquest Music is saddened to confirm the death of Paul Di’Anno”, announced his label in an official statement.
Two legendary Iron Maiden albums
Ill, however, he had the desire to pursue his career and continue to go on stage, as the press release recalls. “Despite severe health problems in recent years forcing him to perform in a wheelchair, Paul has continued to entertain fans around the world, accumulating well over 100 concerts since 2023″, we can read.
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Singer withinIron Maiden in its beginnings, the voice of Paul Di’Anno resonates on the eponymous album and its successor “Killers”. Two cult records, which managed to reach 4th and 12th place respectively in the British charts upon their release. Success within reach, Say Anno However, he was forced to leave the group in 1981, his alcohol consumption preventing him from performing his vocal parts.
Replaced at the end of the year by Bruce Dickinsonhe then started his own group, Lonewolf, and participated in other training such as Gogmagog, Battlezone, Killers or even Architects of Chaoz. He has also released several albums under his own name, Say Anno.
“Deeply saddened”
In just two albums, Paul Di’Anno a marqué Iron Maiden with a hot iron, leaving an indelible mark on this new wave of British Heavy Metal. “We are deeply saddened to learn of the death of Paul Di’Anno, writes the training on his account Instagram. The contribution of Paul has Iron Maiden has been immense and helped set us on the path we’ve been on as a band for almost five decades”.
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“It’s just sad that he’s gone, comments in turn Steve Harriswho was recently in contact with him via text to talk football. “At least he was still doing concerts, it was something that kept him going, being on stage whenever he could. We will all miss him. Rest in peace”.
Iron Maiden will continue to keep the legend alive next year, in a major tour celebrating his 50-year career. Several dates in France are planned, including two dates at Paris La Défense Arena on July 19 (full) and 20. Click here to buy your tickets.
